Description
A simple and tasty Cajun chicken pasta recipe that is perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add sliced bell pepper, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Mix until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the chicken; it should be juicy.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- You can add more veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken pasta, easy pasta recipe, beginner pasta dish